Wuhan Virus -
Most recent data dump from DoughtyOne 10/05/20
http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-news/3890888/posts
President Trump was released from WRAH back to the White House where his recovery from wuhan virus will be monitored.
CDC is revising its transmission warnings for wuhan virus for airborne methods. This down plays the aerosol vector and back to droplets from sneezing, etc. This goes to reinforce the mask/distancing mantra of recent.
Economy -
Reviewing an executive order last week declaring a national emergency over the supply lines of more than a dozen rare-earth elements for their critical functions in America’s military and industry. China produces / exports 31 of the 35 critical minerals and the US has no domestic production for 14 of the critical minerals and is completely dependent on imports to supply its demand - an economic sword of Damocles over the US and the rest of the world. The US does have deposits available to wean itself off from China, but development will be fought tooth and nail by environmental groups largely funded by outside interests - like China.
Apparently trying to leverage the President’s infection to her advantage (she has said as much in interviews ) talks with Treasury Sec Mnuchin have failed to reached a stimulus agreement. Key differences include democrat demand for $600/week unemployment which has shown to be a detriment to restoring jobs/economy.
CW2/Civil Unrest -
Important consideration is a comment found on the internet today - “Once you’re able to shut people up through fear, intimidation or brainwashing, the race to the bottom begins whether of the economy or your trip bottom of the mass grave.” Place into context the past six months.
A few dozen rioters occupied their Monday night vandalizing the LAPD headquarters and breaking out windows down town. A few arrests were made.
The National Guard now has two rapid response police units, one in Arizona and one in Alabama, in preparation for a major unrest situation. Each unit has 300 members. Arizona would cover the west and Alabama, the east. They have a 24 hour deployment window. Units are in preparation for election day associated violence. The protocol is first the Governors utilize their own National Guard. If that doesn’t work, then they can request help from the surrounding region. These units were created for use if the other areas are experiencing such unrest that they need greater assistance.
MY OBSERVATION - this is far too few forces, as one city alone could swallow up one of these units.
Iran -
RUMINT - Iran’s President, Hassan Rouhani, has been infected with the Coronavirus. NOTE - Iran was hammered by the first round of infections and hasn’t fully recovered.
Lebanon -
US brokered talks between Lebanon and Israel continue in an effort to iron out issues regarding an area in the Eastern Mediterranean, known as Block 9, where Israel is developing its natural gas resources. The disputed area is not large and Lebanese cannot develop their potential gas fields before the dispute it solved.
Turkey -
Canada has suspended export permits to Turkey to protest Turkish support for Azerbaijan and their use of Turkish supplied weapons.
Armenian / Azerbaijani -
Armenia is suffering more losses. Azerbaijan is randomly bombing civilian areas in Stepanakert. Photos coming out show substantial damage to residential areas. More twitter footage shows Talish under Azeri control after 26 years under Armenian control. International calls for a cease fire continue to be ignored by Azerbaijan.
MY OBSERVATION - what is the red line that when crossed will trigger greater Russian involvement on the side of Armenia?
Black Swans -
More trouble in former soviet countries. Kyrgyzstan has broken out in riots protesting vote-rigging claims. They have set the “White House” in Bishkek on fire and freed ex-president Almazbek Atambayev from prison where he was sentenced earlier this year to 11 years.
Family issues interjected into life, may do more in the future.
Wuhan Virus -
Most recent data dump from DoughtyOne 10/07/20
http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-news/3891635/posts
NYC Mayor Deblasio and Gov Coumo threatening to shut down Jewish Synagogues during this holy period if they don’t follow stricter shut down requirements.
Economy -
Stimulus talks are at a standstill, since democrats want to force through pork $$$$ for pet projects. The president called off further negotiations, preferring to force the hand of Pelosi to pass clean spending bills on targeted items viewed as critical by the nation and leaders, such as the $1200 direct payments and loan programs.
CW2/Civil Unrest -
15 ‘militia’ members were arrested for threats to kidnap/kill the Michigan Governor Whitmer, destroy the state house and other acts.
Flying under the radar are reports that subelements of the Antifa umbrella, in one case the Socialist Gun Association (SRA) have been conducting drives to train and supply medics to support riots. These and other civic ‘support’ projects are common in early insurgency efforts to garner support of the populace and expand their recruitment base.
The small town of Wauwatosa WI was hammered by riots in protest of the DA’s decision not to charge a black police officer for the death of a black criminal. Rioters particularly targeted residential neighborhoods, break windows and vandalizing the residents.
Trouble also brewed up in Minneapolis as the former police officer charged in the death of Floyd was released on bail.
NYT editorial called for international intervention to remove Trump from the presidency.
Election 2020 -
House Speaker Pelosi stated that there will be a meeting tomorrow to discuss Art 25 proceedings against the President. It is assumed that the conference will be held with congressional democrat leaders. Fox new notes “The 25th Amendment requires a declaration of the president’s inability from the vice president and either a majority of either the heads of executive branch departments “or of such other body as Congress may by law provide,” to be sent to the speaker of the House—in this case, Pelosi—and the president pro tempore of the Senate—currently Sen. Chuck Grassley, R-Iowa.”
ISIS/Domestic Terror -
Two terrorists charged in the beheading of Americans were deported to the US yesterday to stand trial.
China -
International views of China have grown more negative over the past few months. Leading the list is how China handled the wuhan virus and its aftermath.
China’s state-sponsored Global Times put out another warning to Taiwan to ‘prepare for war’. US support of Taiwan and the ongoing tour of Asia by Secretary of State Mike Pompeo seeking support for U.S. efforts to contain China.
Russia -
The situations in Belarus and Armenia/Azerbaijan has created difficulties for Russia policies in former Soviet republics.
Taiwan -
See China discussion
Iran -
Iran displayed a new anti-ship missile with a range up to 700 km. Iran says it is similar to China’s DF-21D anti-ship missile. Iran lately has been showing off some of its newer military systems, particularly drones, over the past several weeks.
Venezuela -
Iranian agents are reported to be key to maintaining the current government.
Armenian / Azerbaijani -
Azeri force began a two pronged offensive in the north and south. The offensive so far has been relatively successful, pushing more than 10 miles into the disputed region.
More evidence that things aren’t going well for Armenia, Armenia’s prime minister on Tuesday said the country is ready to make “mutual concessions” with Azerbaijan to resolve their ongoing conflict in the disputed Nagorno-Karabakh region. Russia has reportedly confirmed support for Armenia if Azerbaijan continues its attacks.